I love this shop- the selection of guitars (and other stuff) is pretty incredible; your classic flattops and electrics AND all kinds of weird one-off instruments. The staff is super nice; and very knowledgable, but not in a

3

MiSSDemeanor
May 30, 20096New York String Svc

Guitar Oasis

★★★★★

I love this shop- the selection of guitars (and other stuff) is pretty incredible; your classic flattops and electrics AND all kinds of weird one-off instruments. The staff is super nice; and very knowledgable, but not in a

Great experience. Knowledgeable people and large selection of vintage guitars. Relaxed atmosphere. Worth a trip from anywhere to see the quality and variety of musical instruments. Excellent value for the type and quality of guitars offered.

Great experience. Knowledgeable people and large selection of vintage guitars. Relaxed atmosphere. Worth a trip from anywhere to see the quality and variety of musical instruments. Excellent value for the type and quality of guitars offered.

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RetrofetMay 29.

This is the place to go for anyone interested in purchasing a vintage musical instrument for themselves or for a gift. Staff extremely knowledgeable about each piece - atmosphere is relaxing and un-pressured. It doesn't matter whether

3

Retrofet
May 29, 20096New York String Svc

Worth a trip from anywhere

★★★★★

This is the place to go for anyone interested in purchasing a vintage musical instrument for themselves or for a gift. Staff extremely knowledgeable about each piece - atmosphere is relaxing and un-pressured. It doesn't matter whether

I've bought and sold instruments with these guys. Owner Steve and his team are well informed, trustworthy, and acquire a unique collection of both classic and oddball instruments. I learn something new every time I interact with these guys. Anyone who loves vintage instruments will enjoy browsing their site and store. An important part of Brooklyn's musical community.

I've bought and sold instruments with these guys. Owner Steve and his team are well informed, trustworthy, and acquire a unique collection of both classic and oddball instruments. I learn something new every time I interact with these guys. Anyone who loves vintage instruments will enjoy browsing their site and store. An important part of Brooklyn's musical community.

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bkleincitysearchMar 05.

I've bought and sold instruments with these guys. Owner Steve and his team are well informed, trustworthy, and acquire a unique collection of both classic and oddball instruments. I learn something new everytime I interact with these

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bkleincitysearch
March 05, 20096New York String Svc

Honest, Reliable, Vintage Instrument Dealer

★★★★★

I've bought and sold instruments with these guys. Owner Steve and his team are well informed, trustworthy, and acquire a unique collection of both classic and oddball instruments. I learn something new everytime I interact with these

I came to Retrofret in Brooklyn after experiencing the impersonal
horror of West.48 Street in Manhattan.What a difference.It's a quiet
living room situation with hundreds of choice vintage guitars.The people helping you know their stuff and don't hover and oversell the instruments.
Being a working musician,it's nice to be left alone in a store where you can just concentrate on the sound of what you're playing.I liked their condition rating system.Stuff was what what it claimed to be.
It's a nice way to spend an afternoon.

I came to Retrofret in Brooklyn after experiencing the impersonal
horror of West.48 Street in Manhattan.What a difference.It's a quiet
living room situation with hundreds of choice vintage guitars.The people helping you know their stuff and don't hover and oversell the instruments.
Being a working musician,it's nice to be left alone in a store where you can just concentrate on the sound of what you're playing.I liked their condition rating system.Stuff was what what it claimed to be.
It's a nice way to spend an afternoon.

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Message from New York String Svc

Located in historic downtown Brooklyn. NY Retrofret is only 5 minutes from Manhattan. Ample street parking as well as our own private parking lot. Very close to the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, Brooklyn Battery Tunnel and to all public transportation. Gowanus Canal boat dock and canoe launch two short blocks away. Can't visit us? Why not sign up to receive a Retro-Gram! Stay in touch with a Retro-Gram. Receive our Electronic Newsletter with the most recent arrivals, shop news, special offers and photo updates. Its a great way to keep up to date with what's cooking at Retrofret. http://www.retrofret.com/signup.asp

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Along with classic vintage instruments, we handle many guitars that fall into the category of extremely rare and bizarre. No re-issues. No custom shops. No so-called "relics". Just genuine old smelly instruments.

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